Windermere Cup Regatta and opening day boat parade

The competition was tough this year as the men's team from Great Britain defeated the University of Washington for the annual Windermere Cup. But the UW women's team was able to come away with a vicotry on a day that welcomed thousands to the Montlake Cut for racing and the boating season kickoff parade.

By By JOSHUA TRUJILLO

on May 3, 2014 7:23 PM

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The University of Washington Women's 8 crosses the finish line to win the Women's Windermere Cup during the annual Windermere Cup Regatta and official kickoff of the boating season on Saturday, May 3, 2014. Rowing teams competed in the regatta and a parade of boats welcomed another official season of boating. less

The University of Washington Women's 8 crosses the finish line to win the Women's Windermere Cup during the annual Windermere Cup Regatta and official kickoff of the boating season on Saturday, May 3, 2014. ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO, SEATTLEPI.COM

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